North Shore Nine

The North Shore Nine crew went live for an emergency podcast after a stunning Monday news dump from the Pittsburgh Pirates. In a move that left fans furious, team owner Bob Nutting announced that both GM Ben Cherington and manager Don Kelly will return for the 2026 season—just days after a 71-win campaign that was deemed “unacceptable” even by the front office.

DiNardo, Jim, and Tyler vented their frustration over what they called “extensions and reassurance after 91 losses,” ripping the front office for a lack of urgency and accountability. They dissected Bob Nutting’s press release, questioned Travis Williams’ claim that the team is “much closer than it appears,” and mocked the idea that simply “switching the focus to winning” will change anything. While Kelly’s extension drew mild support, the hosts agreed the bigger issue is the Pirates’ unwillingness to move on from Cherington.

Don’t miss this passionate breakdown of a pivotal moment for the franchise. Watch or listen now to hear the full unfiltered reaction and join the conversation.